Freedom of Information Act
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Social Issues, Reform, and Protest
- Subcategories: Civil Rights, Minority Rights, Minorities, Laws, Acts, Legislation, Censorship
- Curriculum: American History 1951-present
- Geographical Location: Washington, D.C.
- Date: July 4, 1967
Article abstract: The U.S. government affirms the right of access to federal records other than classified or personal information.
Summary of Event
The participation of citizens in the democratic process is one of the most important factors in making a democracy work. This participation is effective, however, only if citizens have access to information about the way their government works. In the words of former president James Madison, “a popular government without popular information or the means of acquiring it, is but a Prologue to a Farce or a...
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